Corrections Captain

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

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DIXON CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE

Jackson, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

Dixon Correctional Institute is seeking an experienced and dedicated Corrections Captain to provide leadership, direction, and oversight within a secure correctional environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, strong supervisory skills, and a commitment to maintaining safety, security, and order throughout the facility.

The Corrections Captain is responsible for supervising assigned correctional staff, coordinating daily security operations, enforcing institutional policies, and ensuring compliance with departmental standards. This position plays a key role in emergency response planning, staff development, and the overall effectiveness of security functions within the institution.

This is an opportunity for a highly motivated correctional professional to serve in a leadership role that supports the mission of the Department of Public Safety & Corrections and contributes to the safe and secure operation of Dixon Correctional Institute. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and join our team of dedicated public safety professionals.

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
  • Growth:
    Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
  • Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc.
    
    Alternative work schedules including 4/10's MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

One year of this experience must have been in a position equivalent in scope of responsibility or complexity of work performed to a Corrections Lieutenant in the State service.

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Possession of a current driver's license.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• Supervise, direct, and evaluate the performance of assigned correctional officers, sergeants, and lieutenants to ensure effective security operations.
• Oversee daily institutional security functions, including housing unit operations, perimeter security, inmate movement, count procedures, and emergency response readiness.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, post orders, security protocols, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of housing units, work sites, and security posts to identify safety or compliance…